The next time you need a good book recommendation, head to our catalog homepage! The DKPL Vega homepage will now feature different book recommendations each month, spanning different ages, genres, and interests. Keep an eye out for seasonal...
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Adults, Genealogy and History, Personal Enrichment, Personal Enrichment, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling, Seniors Nov 7, 2024
Veterans Day, celebrated annually on November 11th in the United States, is more than just a day off work or school—it’s a moment to express gratitude and respect for the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. It’s a time when...
News, Adults, Books with All the Feels, Kids, Library & Family Fun, Personal Enrichment, Personal Enrichment, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling, Seniors, Teen Nov 1, 2024
It’s that time of year again: The Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale is almost here! November 15-17, join us during the library’s opening hours in the lower level for an astonishing selection of great quality hardcovers and...
Adults, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling, Seniors Oct 10, 2024
Ah, Halloween—one of the most exciting times of the year. It’s when kids (and adults, let’s be honest) get to dress up in costumes, binge on candy, and indulge in a bit of spookiness. But while we’re all familiar with the modern-day celebrations,...
Adults, Personal Enrichment, Personal Enrichment, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling, Seniors Sep 23, 2024
When most people think of public libraries, their mind might jump to a quiet building in their local neighborhood, filled with bookshelves, study tables, and maybe a couple of computers. In the U.S., libraries are a beloved community resource—a...
Adults, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling, Seniors Jul 29, 2024
Let’s talk about the age-old debate: audiobooks vs. physical books. Some people swear by the feel of a good old paperback, while others can’t get enough of the convenience of listening to stories on the go. But here’s the...
News, Adults, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling, Seniors May 23, 2024
The theme of this summer’s reading program is “read, renew, repeat.” We hope that it inspires you to renew your interest in pleasure reading, repeat that practice all summer, and into the future. If you are already an avid...
Educational Connections, Kids, Library & Family Fun, Personal Enrichment, Reading Romp!, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling, STEAM Adventures, Uncategorized Sep 10, 2023
Start off the school year with a boost! At the DeKalb Public Library, you can find books that can help little (and big!) learners improve their skills in different subjects like art, math, reading, and science. By reading about subjects of...
News, Adults, Kids, Library & Family Fun, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling, Seniors, Teen May 17, 2023
Summer Reading is about to begin at the DeKalb Public Library! The Summer Reading Challenge runs from May 30 to August 12, and all ages can participate. You can register on DeKalb Public Library’s Beanstack page or print out a paper reading...
Adults, News, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling, Seniors Nov 29, 2021
If 100 people gave you a list of recommended WW2 readings the chances are you would get no two lists the same – there are that many stories. This was a period of huge numbers and at the same time a recognition that every individual’s...
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